Celestine Corrigan, RN, MS is honored this year by Cook County Health & Hospitals System with their annual Professional Registered Nurses Clinical Excellence Award.

Celestine Corrigan, RN, MS is honored this year by Cook County Health & Hospitals System with their annual Professional Registered Nurses Clinical Excellence Award. (Posted by Madison Lands , Community Contributor)

Celestine Corrigan, RN, MS is one of ten nurses honored this year by Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) with their annual Professional Registered Nurses Clinical Excellence Award. Corrigan, from the South Suburbs, was honored for her work in public health. Corrigan was nominated by their coworkers and leaders at the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) in Bridgeview for her exceptional work and commitment to the CCHHS values of respectful and professional medical care.

Corrigan has worked for CCHHS for 25 years and makes a significant impact on her team every day. In those 25 years, Corrigan has filled a variety of roles at CCDPH, and is driven by the mission of CCHHS to serve all residents of Cook County. "I am proud to serve this community," she says.

CCHHS recognizes the importance of a strong and dedicated nursing staff. During the June 16th ceremony recognizing the award winners, CCHHS Chief Nursing Officer Agnes Therady said of the winners, "These are fine professionals committed to improving patient experience, increasing quality and safety, transforming culture, creating a team spirit, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to get the best outcomes for patients and staff."

Later in the ceremony, CCHHS CEO Dr. Jay Shannon discussed the meaning of excellence. Stressing values such as self-motivation, passion, and drive, he noted the exponential impact of the nominees' "ripple effect", as they inspire their patients and colleagues with their enthusiasm and expertise. The ripple effect distinguishes this year's Clinical Excellence Award winners, and is what motivates the next generations of excellent nurses.

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